Sewn by YOU ~ Paper Pieced Drawstring Fabric Basket

How gorgeous is this paper pieced drawstring fabric basket! Wouldn't you just love to receive this in a swap.

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Showcasing ~ Fat Quarter Tea Towels ~ Tutorial

I have bundles and bundles of fat quarters, most bought on sale at my local quilting store. I'm not saving them up for anything in particular. The right project always comes along, eventually. 

Showcasing ~ Lace Zipper Pouch + Hexagon Flower ~ Tutorial

Sewing zippers sounds scary - until you do it! I've never sewn a lace zipper, but it looks even easier than a regular zip.

Sewn by YOU ~ Denim Jeans Plant Holder

I do so love to see photos of projects made with, or inspired by, one of my tutorials. Today's Sewn by YOU project is no exception.

Showcasing ~Wool Mat & Cutting Mat Carrier ~ Tutorial

How do you manage when you go to a sewing class or retreat? How do you get your sewing machine and all your gear from the car to the venue? Me, well - my bags precariously sit on top of my sewing machine, which is strapped to a trolley. Today's showcased tutorial solves that problem. It's a bag with a sleeve which fits over the trolley handles.

Showcasing ~ Denim Baseball ~ Tutorial

For a dog that loves to fetch, today's showcased tutorial is just the thing, as an alternative to the usual tennis ball.

Library Bag ~ Easy Unlined Book Bag ~ Tutorial

If you can sew a straight line, you can whip up an unlined library, or book bag. This is a very easy project - perfect for someone who is new to sewing.

Showcasing ~ Reversible Fabric Baskets ~ Tutorial

More fabric baskets for you today, and another construction method.

Showcasing ~ Nesting Fabric Baskets in 3 Sizes ~ Tutorial

Following on from this week's reader sewn fabric baskets, today I'm showcasing a fabric basket with a slightly different construction method.